Greenmarket Square Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Greenmarket Square
Popular places to visit
Greenmarket Square
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Greenmarket Square during your trip to Cape Town. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the local tours.
Pan African Market
Shop for art and handicrafts from across the African continent and watch the busy action of Long Street from a café balcony.
Cape Town Gateway Visitor Centre
After visiting Cape Town Gateway Visitor Centre, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cape Town. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its local tours.
Christian Barnard Hospital
If Christian Barnard Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Cape Town.
South African Missionary Meeting House Museum
You can study the exhibits at South African Missionary Meeting House Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cape Town. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the local tours.
Prins & Prins Diamonds Museum of Gems and Jewellery
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Prins & Prins Diamonds Museum of Gems and Jewellery during your trip to Cape Town. Stroll along the seaside in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Activities
Cape Town: 1.5-Hour Luxury Sunset Cruise with Prosecco
Cape Town African Dinner & Interactive Drumming Experience
Table Mountain, Penguins & Cape Point Small Group Tour Cape Town
Robben Island Half Day Tour with Pre-Booked Entry Tickets.
Cape Town Full Day Table Mountain, Cape Point & Winelands Tour
Our pick of the best Greenmarket Square Hotel Deals
Taj Cape Town
Good stay
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Cape Town City-Centre by IHG
We stayed at this hotel on 2 occasions: 2/21-2/23 and 2/28-3/1, that is, before and after our Garden Route Tour and Safari. For our first stay, the staff was kind and accommodating. The night guard recommended an excellent nearby restaurant open late. The devices and power outlets in the room were ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Gorgeous George by Design Hotels
Needs a gym
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
The Trade Boutique Hotel
This hotel is in the perfect location for first timers to Cape Town. We walked to multiple locations and it was easy to join tours from here. From the moment we arrived until we checked out the staff did everything they could to make our stay enjoyable. This group really understands customer service ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Old Bank Hotel
Grand Daddy Boutique Hotel
The rooms were spotless, breakfast was very nice with many dishes to choose between. Staff was so kind and helpful! Big recommendation 😊
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Greenmarket Square
De Waterkant
De Waterkant is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Table Mountain National Park and Cape Quarter Lifestyle Village while you're in town.
Cape Town City Centre
Known for its majestic mountain landscape and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Cape Town City Centre. Check out top attractions like Cape Town City Hall and Castle of Good Hope, and jump on the metro at Woodstock Station or Esplanade Station to see more of the city.
City Bowl
The majestic mountain landscape and popular shops are just a few highlights of City Bowl. Make a stop by South African National Gallery or Iziko South African Museum while you're exploring the area.
Tamboerskloof
Mountain views, gardens and bars highlight some of the noteworthy features of Tamboerskloof. Make a stop by Lions Head or Table Mountain National Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Gardens
The picture-perfect mountain views and lively bars are top of the list for many visitors to Gardens. A stop by Kloof Street or Bree Street might round out your trip.
Victoria and Alfred Waterfront
The picture-perfect mountain views and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Victoria and Alfred Waterfront. A stop by Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa or Two Oceans Aquarium might round out your trip.
